Is Your Property Suitable?
South-facing roofs with a pitch of between 30 and 40 degrees receive the most sunlight in the UK, but east and west-facing installations still generate meaningful electricity. An MCS-accredited installer will assess your roof's orientation, shading, and structural condition before recommending a system. Flat roofs can also be used with angled mounting frames.
Costs, Savings, and the Smart Export Guarantee
A typical domestic solar system costs between £5,000 and £12,000 depending on size and whether battery storage is included. Most UK homeowners achieve payback within 8 to 12 years. The Smart Export Guarantee allows you to sell surplus electricity back to the grid — only MCS-accredited systems qualify.
A large town located in Teesside, North East England, noted as having the widest high street in the UK and also for the Stockton to Darlington Railway, one of the first railway routes ever created. The Infinity Bridge is a striking pedestrian and cycle bridge spanning the River Tees. The town hosts the Stockton International Riverside Festival, one of the largest outdoor arts festivals in the UK.
Why MCS Accreditation Matters
Any installer you use should be registered with the Microgeneration Certification Scheme. This is required for Smart Export Guarantee eligibility, and it also provides you with a meaningful benchmark of installer quality and accountability.